Central Florida Property Tax Appeals | Independent Appraisal Support

Tax Appeals in Central Florida

What a Tax Appeal Means

A property tax appeal is the formal process used to challenge the assessed value of real property for ad valorem taxation. Property owners may appeal when they believe:

  • The assessment does not reflect market value
  • The property record is inaccurate
  • A classification or exemption issue affects taxable value

Most appeals follow a sequence: review the assessment and TRIM notice, gather supporting evidence, and file a petition with the county’s Value Adjustment Board (VAB) within the stated deadline.

What Evidence Is Commonly Used

Effective tax appeals rely on credible, valuation-focused evidence. Property owners often use:

  • Recent market sales data and verified comparables
  • Independent appraisal reports tied to the correct valuation date
  • Documentation of physical, functional, or external issues
  • Income and expense data for income-producing properties
  • Corrected property record details (size, condition, use, or other attributes)

Evidence must reflect conditions as of the January 1 valuation date for the tax year under appeal.

Why Hire an Appraiser for a Tax Appeal

A state-credentialed appraiser provides independent, impartial, and objective valuation analysis. Appraisers complete extensive education, supervised experience, and ongoing training in:

  • Valuation theory and methods
  • Market and income analysis
  • Appraisal Standards and Regulations (e.g., USPAP)

Hiring an appraiser gives property owners a focused, valuation-based opinion that can be used alongside legal and tax advice. The appraiser’s role is to analyze market value, not to sell a result.

Fee approach
Edge Realty Advisors uses flat fees for tax appeal appraisal and consulting work. We do not charge a contingency fee or a percentage of tax savings.

How Edge Realty Advisors Helps Property Owners

Edge Realty Advisors provides independent valuation support for owners who want to understand and, when appropriate, challenge their property tax assessment. Typical services include:

  • Appraisal reports addressing market value as of January 1
  • Review of the county assessment, property record, and supporting data
  • Market analysis for the appeal year, including sales, income, and expense trends
  • Identification and explanation of valuation issues in a format that can be used at informal conferences and Value Adjustment Board hearings

Our role is to provide a clear valuation analysis so owners, attorneys, and advisors can make informed decisions about whether to proceed and how to present evidence. Overall, we assist property owners by ensuring fair valuations and managing tax burdens.

Central Florida Counties We Serve

Edge Realty Advisors supports tax appeal appraisal and consulting assignments throughout Central Florida. For each county below, we provide a direct link to the Value Adjustment Board or official appeal information page.

These links allow property owners to see local procedures, filing fees, and petition options for their specific county.

Learn More About the Florida Tax Appeal Framework

For owners or advisors who want to review the underlying legal framework, the following resources provide official state guidance on property tax appeals and Value Adjustment Boards:

These resources describe the statewide structure that each county’s appeal process follows.

Contact Us About a Tax Appeal

If you are considering a property tax appeal or want an independent opinion of value, you can use this form to request a consultation.

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Posted: November 19, 2025

Category: Insurance Appraisal and Reserve Studies, Tax Appeal

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